Donna Bennett Obituary
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She was born Monday, November 9, 1953, in Lewis County, Kentucky, to the late Carl and Beaulah Scott Monteith.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, Samuel Scott Bennett; two brothers, Carl Monteith, Noble Monteith; three sisters, Eva "Snookie' King, Anna Thurman and Brenda Bruce.
Mom was a woman of tremendous heart, and her smile had the power to light up every room she entered. She worked tirelessly to provide for her family and took so much pride in every one of us. Her love was steady, her strength was inspiring, and her joy for life was contagious.
Her greatest devotion was to her husband, Scott Bennett, and to God. That devotion shaped who she was-faithful, compassionate, and endlessly giving. She lived her life as an example of love, faith, and commitment, reminding us all of what truly matters.
She loved to travel, shop, and enjoy life's simple pleasures, but what she cherished most was time with her family. Family was everything to her, and she made sure each of us felt loved beyond measure.
Though our hearts ache with her loss, we carry her spirit with us-her laughter, her wisdom, and the way she made each of us feel special. Mom will forever live on in our memories and in the love we share as a family.
Donna is survived by two daughters, Melissa (Israel) Laurin of Bryan, Ohio, Stacey (Lee) Forker; 5 grandchildren, Carlee (John) Walencik, Devin Forker, Alyssa (Reggie) Cromartie, Alexis Laurin, Zane Laurin; two great granddaughters, Olivia Walencik, Korra Cremartie and one great granddaughter on the way; two brothers, Earl Monteith, Mike Monteith; six sisters, Dorothy (Dean) Carver, Kathy (Mike) Nolen, Mabel Nolen, Arta Parker, Peggy Vaughn, Sharon (Randy) Creech, along with many other family and friends who will sadly miss her.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Monday, September 8, 2025, at Petersville Church of God in Petersville, Kentucky, with Brother Milt Stanfield officiating. Burial will follow in Muses Chapel Cemetery in Vanceburg, Kentucky.
Friends may visit from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Tollesboro Funeral Home and Cremation Services, and after 10 a.m., Monday, September 8, until the service hour at Petersville Church of God.
Tollesboro Funeral Home and Cremation Services is honored to serve the family of Donna Lou Bennett.
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